<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> Tina: You might think I am crazy, but with severe joint pain at 36 I would insist that my doctor test me for lyme disease. For a lot of reasons, you doctor will undoubtedly resist giving you the test. But do yourself a favor -- INSIST that he give you one. I have alot of experience and information about LD because a good friend has it.